Delhi School Sets New Benchmark for Indoor Air Quality

The GD Goenka Public School, Vasant Kunj recently announced the installation of YOGa Clean Air Bubble (Y-CAB) system. This highly advanced air purification technology works to transform the indoor air quality for students and staff, ensuring a healthier and safer learning environment.

The moves comes as the shift to online classes due to poor air quality in Delhi raised significant concerns for the School. Studies have shown that prolonged exposure to high pollution levels can severely impact children’s health and learning outcomes. Moreover, children aged 3 to 6 years are particularly vulnerable to polluted air, which can cause long-term lung damage and increase the risk of chronic respiratory conditions. The transition to online classes, while necessary, has highlighted the urgent need for clean indoor air in schools to ensure uninterrupted and effective learning.

The new air purification system installed by the School has effectively addresses the critical issue of urban air pollution. According to the School, the air quality in the School has improved to an impressive 2 µg/m³ following its implementation. The Y-CAB system not only achieves this remarkable reduction in particulate matter levels but also effectively lowers carbon dioxide concentrations, providing fresher air for everyone. Additionally, by filtering out harmful particulates and pathogens, it substantially lowers the risk of airborne infections, contributing to a safer and healthier environment for students and staff alike.

Speaking about this much needed initiative to provide clean air for students, Ms. Radhika Goenka, Executive Director of GD Goenka Group said, “We are committed to providing a nurturing learning environment to our students. As a young mother, I understand the importance of clean air for our children’s health and well-being. Ascertaining that they breathe clean, fresh air is crucial not only for their physical health but also for their cognitive development and overall happiness. The installation of the innovative YOGa Clean Air Bubble (Y-CAB) air purification system is a significant step in this direction. We are confident this initiative will positively impact our students’ and faculty’s overall health and concentration levels.”

According to the information given out by the School, the YOGa Clean Air Bubble (Y-CAB) air purification system utilities advanced micro pore filtration and controlled ventilation to create a clean air bubble within the school premises. This technology has been independently validated by IIT Delhi for its effectiveness and does not use ESP, ionization, or UV technologies, which can result in side effects. With a notable enhancement in air quality inside the school premises, parents and school staff have also praised the development.

Ms. Prerna Haryani, parent of a student of GD Goenka Public School shared her inputs on this new system and said, “The new air purification system is a game-changer. Knowing that our children will be breathing clean air while they learn and play is incredibly reassuring.” On this new development, the Head of the Junior School said, “As someone sensitive to environmental allergens, I have experienced a remarkable change in air quality, creating a more pleasant and conducive environment for learning. It’s truly uplifting to witness such a positive transformation in the school premises.”

In addition to the air purification system, the school has enhanced its indoor facilities, including a state-of-the-art gym for students. This is done to ensure that physical activities can continue safely indoors, regardless of outdoor air quality. The installation of the air purification system at GD Goenka Public School is a testament to the School’s commitment to ensuring holistic development of its students. The GD Goenka Group is one of India’s premier education organizations, renowned for its commitment to excellence and innovation. Over the last three decades, it has built a legacy of transforming education through cutting-edge infrastructure, world-class curricula, and an unwavering focus on holistic development.

As a pioneer in offering world-class facilities and infrastructure, the GD Goenka Public School continues to set new standards in education, nurturing the global change agents of the future. As Delhi continues to grapple with alarming air pollution levels, the proactive measures taken by the School highlight a critical need for community awareness and action to safeguard the health of future generations.

Dwija Sharma

Dwija works in a leading consultancy firm based out of Delhi NCR and is passionate about environmental harmony, spirituality, nature walks and natural & organic products.

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